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SUMMARY:Queens Night Market
DESCRIPTION:The Queens Night Market is a large\, family-friendly open-air night market in Queens\, featuring over 100 independent vendors selling merchandise\, art\, and food and featuring small-scale cultural performances\, all celebrating the rich cultural diversity and heritage of NYC and Queens. \nEvery Saturday from  4pm to midnight \nApril. 12 to  August 16  and  September 13 to October 25. 2025 \nWe’re located behind the New York Hall of Science in Flushing Meadow Corona Park in Queens NYC \n 
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/queens-night-market/
LOCATION:New York Hall of Science\, 47-01 111th St\, Corona\, NY\, 11368\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person,Night Market
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SUMMARY:Food Festival: Japan Fes NYC
DESCRIPTION:JAPAN Fes renowned as the world’s largest Japanese food festival\, with over 1\,000\,000 projected annual attendees and 2\,000 vendors\, we proudly host the world’s largest Japanese food festival. Every Fes is set in a different neighborhood of NYC\, introducing it to a slice of Japanese culture and cuisine. Our vendors have been featured in publications such as The New York Times\, Food Network\, and The Today Show as a testament to their dedication of serving the best representation of Japanese cooking. Come try the best of Japan! \nHOURS:10PM-6PM    Check website for updated dates and locations. \nApril 19 on the Upper West Side\nApril 20 in Chelsea\nApril 26 in Chelsea\nApril 27 in Astoria\nMay 4 on the Upper West Side\nMay 10 in Chelsea\nMay 18 in Park Slope\nJune 7 in Midtown West\nJune 15 in Park Slope\nJune 22 on the Upper West Side\nJune 28 in Midtown\nJuly 6 in Midtown East\nJuly 12 in Chelsea\nJuly 20 in Times Square\nAugust 3 on the Upper West Side\nAugust 9 in Greenwich Village\nAugust 24 in the East Village\nSeptember 6 on the Upper East Side\nSeptember 13 in Chelsea\nSeptember 20 on the Upper West Side\nOctober 5 in Chelsea\nOctober 18 in the East Village\nOctober 26 on the Upper West Side\nNovember 8 in the East Village
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/food-festival-japan-fes-nyc/
LOCATION:Multiple NYC locations
CATEGORIES:Festival,Food,In Person
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251012T170000
DTSTAMP:20250814T154218Z
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SUMMARY:Food Festival: Dragon Fest NYC
DESCRIPTION:We are an annual outdoor Chinese food & culture festival with experiential activities\, tastings\, and market fairs that showcases the vibrant food\, art and cultural traditions from China. It is a cultural platform that connects people in New York to Chinese restaurants\, food vendors\, artists and local communities. \n\nApril 13 – Astor Place (Panda Day)\nApril 20 – 6th Ave (30th–31st St)\nMay 10 – 6th Ave (30th–31st St)\nMay 24 – Astor Place (Panda Day)\nJuly 20 – 7th Ave\, 56th–57th St\, (Panda Day)\nAugust 16 (night market) – Queens Blvd\, Forest Hills (Panda Day)\nSeptember 20 – Broadway (113th–114th St)\nOctober 4 – 4th Ave (12th–13th St)\nOctober 5 – 6th Ave (31st–32nd St)\nOctober 12 – Broadway (81st–82nd St)
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/food-festival-dragon-fest-nyc/
LOCATION:Multiple NYC locations
CATEGORIES:Festival,Food,In Person
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250826
DTSTAMP:20250717T005015Z
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SUMMARY:Exhibit:  "The Monkey King in Chinatown" by AAPI Comic Book and Graphic Novel Artists
DESCRIPTION:The Monkey King is the epitome of tricksterdom. First appearing in the 14th-century Chinese novel\, “Journey to the West\,” the character born as Sun Wukong embodies rebellion\, individualism\, and daring. He’s also the inspiration behind the stunning works in this exhibition. \nCurator Jerry Ma’s modern Monkey King idea began with his first exhibition at Pearl River Mart\, A CHINATOWN ODYSSEY (which inspired his graphic novel). This solo show was his reimagining of the mythical creature and his legendary cohorts on adventures — and misadventures — throughout NYC’s Chinatown. \nThis new exhibition\, featuring the works of eight renowned AAPI comic book and graphic novel artists\, furthers those adventures. The pieces reimagine the simian folk hero as everything from a punk rocker to a dancing king to a ferocious b-baller. They place him in iconic Chinatown spots\, like Columbus Park with its Chinese chess enthusiasts\, the Canal Street subway station (complete with pizza rat)\, a lively dim sum eatery\, and the Transfiguration Church and beloved Hop Kee restaurant. \nThey connect the past with the present\, bringing a Chinese legend into a Chinese American community\, and beyond. They make him part of that community. Eating\, dancing\, playing\, and laughing alongside its members. \nThe exhibition also features the artists’ works from their careers as comic book and graphic novel artists\, and is accompanied by installations in Chelsea Market and the outdoor tables of the Meatpacking District. Both framed and unframed prints are available for purchase. \nThe featured artists: \n\nBernard Chang\nSean Chen\nCliff Chiang\nSoo Lee\nHoward Ma\nJerry Ma (curator)\nJerome Opeña\nKimberly Wang
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/exhibit-the-monkey-king-in-chinatown-by-aapi-comic-book-and-graphic-novel-artists/
LOCATION:Pearl River Mart Gallery – Soho\, 452 Broadway\, New York\, NY\, 10013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibit,In Person
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250604
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250814
DTSTAMP:20250510T070954Z
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SUMMARY:Photo Exhibit: The Lams of Ludlow St
DESCRIPTION:The Lams of Ludlow Street\nThomas Holton \nBAXTER ST is pleased to present The Lams of Ludlow Street\, a solo exhibition by photographer Thomas Holton\, presented as part of the organization’s Mid-Career Initiative. Spanning over two decades\, this deeply personal body of work chronicles the evolving lives of a single Chinese-American family in Manhattan’s Chinatown\, offering an intimate exploration of identity\, belonging\, and the everyday moments that shape our understanding of home. \nSince 2003\, Holton has immersed himself in the life of the Lam family\, capturing both the private and public dimensions of their world with an unfiltered\, empathetic lens. What began as an artistic inquiry into his own Chinese heritage has evolved into a lifelong commitment to storytelling—one that reflects the complexities of family\, migration\, and cultural hybridity in contemporary America. \nA lifelong New Yorker of mixed Chinese and American descent\, Holton has long grappled with a sense of detachment from his Chinese roots. His photographic journey with the Lams became both a creative and personal act of connection\, a way to bridge the gaps in his own identity through the lens of another family’s experiences. The resulting images document adolescence\, marriage\, resilience\, and the quiet\, unscripted moments that define family life. \nPresented at a time when Chinatown\, like many immigrant communities\, faces profound social and economic shifts\, The Lams of Ludlow Street serves as both a visual archive and a meditation on what it means to belong. Holton’s images remind us of the power of long-term storytelling—of what it means to bear witness to time\, change\, and human connection. \nPhoto credit: Thomas Holton
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/photo-exhibit-the-lams-of-ludlow-st/
LOCATION:154 Ludlow Street\, 154 Ludlow Street\, New York\, NY\, 10002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibit,In Person,Photography
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250831T235900
DTSTAMP:20250901T051744Z
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SUMMARY:[REPLAY] Foundations 2025: "Modernity" and Institutional Racism
DESCRIPTION:Register to view the workshop recording\, taking a deep dive into understanding systemic racism and global “modernity.”\n\n\nInstitutional Racism and “Modernity” (Recording) \nThis session recording takes a deep dive into understanding systemic racism\, with a focus on institutional racism as the historical engine of global “modernity.” \nAll are welcome. We offer these trainings in order to equip you with histories and critical frameworks that can deepen the work of antiracism in your lives and in your communities. This three-part series intentionally integrates what is often left out of general racial justice education: AAPI experiences and decolonial values. They represent our beliefs and values as an organization and are the foundation for organizing emergent community-led labs for mutual care\, community-building\, collaboration and innovation. \nThe facilitator for this series is AAJIL’s founder and Co-Executive Director\, Dr. Sandra So Hee Chi Kim. She is an adjunct professor of race and ethnic studies at Cal State LA and a visiting scholar in USC’s Department of American Studies and Ethnicity. Her research explores the intersections of race\, global coloniality\, migration\, and culture. Her articles have appeared in Diaspora: A Journal of Transnational Studies\, Positions: Asia Critique\, Korean Studies\, Discourse: Journal for Theoretical Studies in Media and Culture\, and Occasion: Interdisciplinary Studies in the Humanities. She is currently working on a book manuscript entitled The Kinship of Empires: Transpacific Coloniality and Korean Historical Trauma. \nThe Asian American Justice + Innovation Lab (AAJIL) is a community racial justice incubator committed to education\, community-building\, and innovation for promoting justice\, radical love\, and emergence. \nAll workshop donations go directly towards covering AAJIL’s operating costs. As a completely volunteer-run organization\, we are so grateful for your financial support! \nwww.aajil.org \nwww.instagram.com/aajil_org/ \n \nYou will be able to access the link by signing into your Eventbrite and viewing links from Get Tickets or going the link under Location with View Event Details. \nApplication for our Formations Program ’25-’26 available now.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/replay-foundations-2025-modernity-and-institutional-racism/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250614
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250623
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SUMMARY:Theater: Pan Asian Rep's NuWorks Festival
DESCRIPTION:Pan Asian Repertory Theatre’s annual festival of new experimental works by Asian American artists. \nPan Asian Rep culminates its 48th Milestone Season with the annual NuWorks Festival\, an experimental series of self-created work from innovative artists exploring an eclectic range of genres and techniques using poetry\, text\, dance and music. \nCatch all four programs! \nNUWORKS 2025: PROGRAM A\nSaturday\, June 14 at 7:00 p.m.\nThursday\, June 19 at 7:00 p.m. \n\nChasing the Butterflies   Created by Myka Cue\nYour Movie Guide to Life   Created by Bee Vang\n\nNUWORKS 2025: PROGRAM B\nSunday\, June 15 at 3:00 p.m.\nFriday\, June 20 at 7:00 p.m. \n\nKotsu-Kotsu   Created by Momo Akashi\nBoat Noodle Burglary   Created by Chacha Tahng\n\nNUWORKS 2025: PROGRAM C\nTuesday\, June 17 at 7:00 p.m.\nSaturday\, June 21 at 7:00 p.m. \n\nEVEN HERE   Created by Aiyu Collective\nWhere I’m From   Created by Howard Ho\n\nNUWORKS 2025: PROGRAM D\nWednesday\, June 18 at 7:00 p.m.\nSunday\, June 22 at 3:00 p.m. \n\nWhat Oppenheimer (2023) Did Not Show You    Created by Katsuto Sakogashira\nJust a Yellow Cab in New York City   Created by Youlim Nam
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/theater-nuworks-festival/
LOCATION:Theatre Row: One\, 410 W 42nd St\,\, New York\, NY\, 10036\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person,Theater
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250614
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250625
DTSTAMP:20250603T123551Z
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SUMMARY:New York Primary Elections June 14 to 22 and June 24
DESCRIPTION:New York Primary Elections June 14 to 22 and June 24 \nNYC citywide Offices: for Mayor\, City Comptroller\, Public Advocate\, Borough President\, City Council and more \n\nUpdate voter registration address Deadline: June 9th\nRegistration Deadline: June 14\nEarly Voting: June 14 to June 22\nElection Day: June 24\n\nWhat is Ranked Choice Voting in NYC: https://www.nycvotes.org/how-to-vote/ranked-choice-voting/ Vote for 1 to 5 candidates for primaries for Mayor\, City Comptroller\, Public Advocate\, Borough President\, City Council \nFind your NY early voting or Election Day poll site and sample ballot \n\nNYC  https://findmypollsite.vote.nyc/\nNYS  https://voterlookup.elections.ny.gov/\n\nVoting Info for \n\nNew York City: https://vote.nyc/\nNew York State: https://www.elections.ny.gov/\nOther States: https://apiavote.org/how-to-vote/in-your-state/\n\nIf you run into trouble or see anything wrong\, you can call these nonpartisan hotlines for immediate assistance: \nEnglish: 866-OUR-VOTE (866-687-8683)\nSpanish/English: 888-VE-Y-VOTA (888-839-8682)\nAsian Languages/English: 888-API-VOTE (888-274-8683)\nArabic/English: 844-YALLA-US (844-925-5287) \nNYC primary 2025 voting guide: Everything you should know  https://www.fox5ny.com/news/new-york-city-voting-primary-election
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/new-york-primary-elections-june-14-to-22-and-june-24/
LOCATION:Multiple NYC locations
CATEGORIES:Election
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250620
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250623
DTSTAMP:20250522T091143Z
CREATED:20250522T091141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T091143Z
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SUMMARY:New York Indian Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:The New York Indian Film Festival (NYIFF) is the oldest\, most prestigious film festival screening premieres of feature\, documentary and short films made from\, of\, and about the Indian subcontinent in the Independent\, arthouse\, alternate and diaspora genres. \nThe New York Indian Film Festival is the oldest such film event in North America. We present NYIFF 2025\, the 25th edition\, from June 20 – 22\, 2025. Three days will be packed with a celebration of new Indian cinema from different regions of the country – a mixture of films and conversations. Hope you enjoy our curated program. \n 
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/new-york-indian-film-festival/
LOCATION:Multiple NYC locations
CATEGORIES:Festival,Film,In Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250622T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250622T160000
DTSTAMP:20250617T050606Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T050606Z
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SUMMARY:Asian American Book Club: Bibliophobia: A Memoir by Sarah Chihaya
DESCRIPTION:Come join us at the Asian American Book Club to discuss “Bibliophobia: A Memoir” by Sarah Chihaya\n\n\nWelcome to the Asian American Book Club! Join us for a lively discussion on Bibliophobia: A Memoir by Sarah Chihaya. Let’s dive into the pages of this captivating book and explore its themes together. This in-person event will be held at Bryant Park\, so bring your thoughts\, questions\, and enthusiasm. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to connect with fellow book lovers in our community. See you there!
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/asian-american-book-club-bibliophobia-a-memoir-by-sarah-chihaya/
LOCATION:Bryant Park\, Bryant Park\, New York\, NY\, 10018\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250624T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250624T150000
DTSTAMP:20250618T084737Z
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SUMMARY:Inclusion Talk Series (PRIDE Month) - Let's Get Smarter ft. Blair Imani
DESCRIPTION:Join Compass Family Services for the Inclusion Talk Series as we honor PRIDE Month with a virtual keynote from the talented Blair Imani\n\n\nJoin Compass Family Services as we honor PRIDE Month with a virtual keynote from the multi-talented scholar\, author\, and activist Blair Imani. Blair is the creator of the viral web series “Smarter In Seconds” and is a Los Angeles Times Best Selling Author. \nBlair will discuss her best-selling book\, “Read This To Get Smarter: About Race\, Class\, Gender\, Disability\, and More\,” which is an approachable guide to being an informed\, compassionate\, and socially conscious person today—from discussions of race\, gender\, and sexual orientation to disability\, class\, and beyond. \nBlair Imani is the creator of the viral web series\, Smarter In Seconds and LA Times bestselling author of Read This to Get Smarter. The New York Times praises Blair Imani’s unique ability to create “progressive lessons with vibrant visuals and a perky\, quirky delivery.” Her scholarship spans intersectionality\, gender studies\, race and racism\, sociology\, and United States history. She is also a historian\, having written Making Our Way Home (2020) and Modern HERstory (2018).
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/inclusion-talk-series-pride-month-lets-get-smarter-ft-blair-imani/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T183000
DTSTAMP:20250619T223233Z
CREATED:20250605T223232Z
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SUMMARY:“An Advice and Networking Event (Technology)"
DESCRIPTION:The Committee of 100 Asian American Career Ceilings Initiative\n“An Advice and Networking Event (Technology)”\nJune 24 from 5 pm ET to 6:15\n\n\nThe Committee of 100 Asian American Career Ceilings Initiative \n“An Advice and Networking Event (Technology)” \nJune 24 from 5 pm ET to 6:15 pm ET \n \nWe are pleased to invite you to the 47th event organized by the Committee of 100 Asian American Career Ceilings Initiative. This virtual event will enable Asian Americans of all ages to get valuable career advice from experienced and successful Asian Americans in the Technology industry. We are holding this event for different clusters of professions. \n \nWe will use an electronic\, virtual “ballroom” where experienced Asian American advisors will host individual tables that attendees can join. The attendees will have a list of the experienced advisors in advance and will be able to choose which tables they want to visit to get career advice and to ask questions. The attendees will be able to move from table to table as they wish during the one hour and 15 minute event. \n \nThis will be a unique opportunity to explore these professions with experienced practitioners and make personal connections. Discussions will be frank and informative as each table host will answer your questions and share personal insights about their profession\, including both the upsides and the downsides. \n \nWe hope this event will help those of you who are either just starting out or are in the early to mid-stages of their career to enhance their career planning. We hope that this event will help you overcome obstacles and to accelerate your career. \n \nIf you would like to join us for this networking/advisory event\, please register at: \n \nRegistration: https://c100-6-24-2025.eventbrite.com \nRegards\, \nPeter Young \nChair\, Committee of 100 Asian American Career Ceilings Initiative \n \nThe Committee of 100 \nThe Committee of 100 (C100) is a non-profit\, non-partisan leadership organization of prominent Chinese Americans in business\, government\, academia\, and the arts founded 35 years ago.The Committee’s purpose is to provide leadership and act as a constructive force in the dual mission of: \n\nPromoting the full participation of all Chinese Americans in American society and acting as a public policy resource for the Chinese-American community;\nAdvancing constructive dialogue and relationships between the peoples and leaders of the United States and Greater China.\n\nTo learn more about the organization\, please go to https://www.committee100.org. You can reach the headquarters office at 212-371-6565. \nCOMMITTEE OF 100 | Ensuring Full Inclusion in America\, Advancing U.S.-China Relations28 West 44th StreetSuite 1014New York\, NY 10036T: (212) 371-6565
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/an-advice-and-networking-event-technology/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T190000
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SUMMARY:The Modern Day Impact of Historical Disinformation re Philippines and Domestic Violence
DESCRIPTION:Please join the Asian American Disinformation Table for a teach-in focusing in on the case studies from our recently released landscape report\, Where Do We Go From Here? Asian Americans\, Diaspora\, and Disinformation. This teach-in will explore the modern day impact of historical disinformation in the Philippines and in the narratives surrounding survivors of sexual violence.\n\nPanelists:\n\nMark Calaguas\, Filipino Young Leaders Program\nLeezel Tanglao\, Filipino Young Leaders Program\nJoy Sales\, Malaya Movement USA\nTabitha Ponciano\, Malaya Movement USA\nLaura Carther\, National Council of Asian Pacific Americans
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/the-modern-day-impact-of-historical-disinformation/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Virtual,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T220000
DTSTAMP:20250625T110308Z
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SUMMARY:MOCA Pride Mixer
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a joyous evening of unapologetic queer brilliance—an electrifying celebration of drag\, dance\, music\, and cocktails!\n\n\nThe Museum of Chinese in America (MOCA) proudly celebrates Pride Month with our vibrant annual PRIDE MIXER. In a time when the LGBTQIA+ community—particularly our trans and BIPOC family—faces unprecedented challenges\, we embrace joy\, resilience\, and unity. At MOCA\, we are committed to fostering a space of celebration\, healing\, and empowerment\, ensuring every individual is seen\, valued\, and uplifted. \nJoin us for a joyous evening of unapologetic queer brilliance. Experience the dazzling charisma of Vanity LaVain’s iconic drag performance and immerse yourself in an amorous dance duet by Shan Y. Chuang and Yi-Wen Wang. Finally\, celebrate your power and freedom through movement as DJ Dizparity spins a thrilling mix of electronic and experimental beats. Plus\, explore and snag a pair of Tight Tams—the slaysian swimwear brand by Arthur Bramhandtam. \nWander through MOCA’s inspiring exhibitions\, sip on delicious cocktails\, reconnect with old friends\, and forge meaningful new connections. Pride is more than a moment— it’s our collective journey forward\, rooted in courage\, resilience\, and love. \nThis event is open to all ages\, and everyone is welcome to join the party! \nRun of Show (subject to change) \n\n6:30 pm – Doors Open\n7:00–7:45 pm – DJ Dizparity Set & Guest Mingling\n7:45–7:50 pm – Welcome Remarks\n7:50–8:00 pm – Shan Y. Chuang & Yi-Wen Wang: Duet Dance Performance\n8:00–8:30 pm – DJ Dizparity Set\n8:30–8:45 pm – Vanity LaVain: First Drag Performance Set\n8:45–9:15 pm – DJ Dizparity Set\n9:15–9:25 pm – Vanity LaVain: Second Drag Performance Set\n9:25–10:00 pm – DJ Dizparity Set\n\nAbout the Artists \nVanity LaVain \nVanity LaVain\, born and raised in Jersey City\, NJ\, has quickly earned the honor of becoming a NYC-based performer\, with shows spanning several boroughs. She is a 2025 Glam Award for Best Dressed in New York City. This glamorous diva is proud to be of Filipino and Puerto Rican descent. \nShan Y. Chuang \nShan Y. Chuang\, a talented queer artist from Taiwan\, excels in acting\, singing\, dancing\, and choreography. A proud graduate of Circle in the Square’s Musical Theater program\, Shan was awarded a City Artist Corps Grant to create 10 Years In The Making\, 10 Years Of Me. Her work has been recognized at PhysFestNYC’25 and Prelude Festival ‘23. With over a decade of performances in NYC\, Shan’s work explores themes of LGBTQIA+ identity\, social justice\, and self-discovery through the language of dance. She has collaborated with MOCA and LINKED Dance Theatre on several productions and is currently a member of New York Chinese Cultural Center and NYC Queer Playback Theater. \nYi-Wen (Nicole) Wang \nYi-Wen Wang is an artist with exceptional talent and a proven record\, having performed at numbers venues in Taiwan and abroad (Japan\, theater/singers’ tours in China\, Singapore\, Malaysia\, and United states)). Ms. Wang has matured into a director\, actress\, choreographer and dancer of extraordinary abilities. She has been performing her craft for over 25 years. \nBorn and raised in Taiwan\, Yi-Wen studied at the Drama Department at the Taiwan National University of the Arts. She has worked with Hugh K.S.Lee\, Stan Lai\, S.H.E\, Show Lo\, Denise Ho those talented artists and singers. She was invited by Chinese Culture News in New York to perform at Rockefeller Center. She was also a dance director and choreographer for concerts in Los Angeles by JADE Entertainment. \nDizparity \nDizparity (Po Cheng Yeh) is a Taiwan-raised and Los Angeles-based award-winning DJ\, producer\, and composer. Known for his innovative soundscapes\, His distinctive style has not only garnered critical acclaim but also helped propel a diverse array of artists to commercial success. \nIn 2024\, Dizparity released his latest studio album\, Melancholy Order\, followed by a series of singles featuring various collaborators. This album blends analog synth arrangements with acoustic instrumentation\, skillfully bridging the gap between rave sound design and modern cinematic synth composition. \nTight Tams \nBorn and raised in Los Angeles\, Arthur Bramhandtam founded Tight Tams in 2018 after nearly a decade as a journalist in Hong Kong\, writing about queerness\, fashion\, and culture. Inspired by their move to New York\, love for sunbathing\, and passion for vibrant tan lines\, they created a queer-forward swimwear brand. Tight Tams features bold colors and prints influenced by Chinese aunties\, anime\, and East Asian art\, working with artists to design original patterns and adding signature details like jade charms—celebrating Asian culture fiercely under the sun.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/moca-pride-mixer/
LOCATION:Museum of Chinese in America\, 215 Centre Street\, New York\, NY\, 10013
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T203000
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SUMMARY:KAAGNY NextGen Summer Social
DESCRIPTION:Kick off the summer with KAAGNY! Join other professionals in the city for refreshments and community.\n\n\nCome kick off the season with us at the KAAGNY NextGen Summer Social — an evening of connection\, culture\, and community for professionals in NYC. This event is especially for Korean American second-gen professionals\, but everyone is welcome — whether you’re part of the community or simply want to connect\, learn\, and celebrate with us. \nWe’re creating a space where identities\, stories\, and careers intersect — casual enough to relax\, meaningful enough to build real connections. \nEnjoy Korean drinks courtesy of our amazing sponsors:Yoju\, America’s most popular soju canned beverage\, inspired by a classic Korean cocktail that mixes yogurt with soju. Yoju was started as a passion project by two best friends during the pandemic\, and they’re now on a mission to make Asian spirits into the American mainstream.Hana Makgeolli\, a Brooklyn-based producer of artisanal Korean rice wines. Since launching in 2020\, Hana Makgeolli’s sool is made to celebrate heritage and the labor of love. \nNY Makgeolli\, brews their own Makgeolli in small batches right in their restaurant in beautiful upstate NY\, following a generations-old recipe. Their unfiltered and unpasturized “saeng” (live) makgeolli contains millions of live cultures good for gut health. \nMakku\, founded in 2017\, is America’s first craft makgeolli\, a traditional Korean alcohol made from rice. Brewed in Gapyeong\, Korea\, with all natural ingredients\, Makku has a smooth and creamy body with soft bubbles and a hint of sweetness. Makku is gluten-free and vegan\, with 6% alcohol. Available in 5 flavors: Original\, Mango\, Blueberry\, Passion Fruit\, Strawberry. \nLunar\, Award-winning craft hard seltzer made with real fruit from Asia. Pair with a K-town night out or mom’s cooking. \nExpect: \n\nA laid-back atmosphere with NYC’s 2nd gen Korean American community\nUnique (Korean) drinks\, light bites\, and music\nOpportunities to connect across industries and interests\nA welcoming space to be yourself — no small talk required (unless you want to)\n\nCome for the culture\, stay for the community. Everyone’s invited! \nTickets include 2 free drink tickets\, after which drinks will be available for purchase.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/kaagny-nextgen-summer-social/
LOCATION:Korean American Association of Greater New York\, 149 West 24th Street\, ## 6\, New York\, NY\, 10011\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T210000
DTSTAMP:20250625T110309Z
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SUMMARY:MOCA TALKS: Hyphen Reunion with Co-Founders Melissa Hung and Bernice Yeung
DESCRIPTION:A celebratory event for Hyphen readers\, contributors\, and community members to reconnect and share stories!\n\n\nThe Museum of Chinese in America (MOCA) warmly invites you to an insightful conversation with Melissa Hung and Bernice Yeung\, co-founders of Hyphen magazine. Established in 2002 as a direct response to the closure of A. Magazine\, Hyphen emerged from the collective vision of a new generation of Asian American voices. \nMelissa Hung and Bernice Yeung\, friends since their college days at Northwestern University\, were deeply saddened by the shuttering of this influential publication. Determined to address this void\, they convened a gathering of writers and scholars—including Chris Fan\, Claire Light\, and Oliver Wang—in San Francisco. From this pivotal meeting\, the concept of Hyphen magazine was born. Its name symbolizes the intersectionality of identities and the connections within the Asian American community. Hyphen challenged stereotypical portrayals of Asian Americans by skillfully blending rigorous investigative journalism with creative and offbeat cultural coverage. \nFollowing the discussion\, a reunion reception will provide an opportunity for Hyphen readers\, contributors\, and community members to reconnect\, share stories\, and explore MOCA’s special exhibition\, Magazine Fever: Gen X Asian American Periodicals: \nIn the 1980s and ’90s\, as Asian American identity transformed from a radical vision born of political agitation into a broadly recognized demographic\, how did ethnic magazines reflect this new consciousness? Magazine Fever surveys a surge of Asian American magazine publishing during the multicultural era including A. Magazine\, AsiAm\, AsianWeek\, Audrey\, Giant Robot\, Hyphen\, Jade\, KoreAm\, Rice\, Transpacific\, YOLK\, and others. Through magazine publishing\, a vital form of mass media in the 1990s\, Asian Americans editorialized issues central to their lives and depicted themselves in ways that were unimaginable before. Magazine Fever presents stories of Generation X magazines–how they were founded and sustained; how they captured the essence of multiculturalism and Generation X paradigms\, and how they impacted the ways Asian American identity is understood today. \nAbout Melissa Hung \nMelissa Hung is a writer and journalist. She is the founding editor in chief of Hyphen and served in leadership roles at the independent magazine for more than a decade. Melissa writes about immigrant communities\, culture\, food\, disability\, grief\, and more. Her essays and reported stories have appeared in NPR\, Vogue\, Longreads\, and the anthologies Body Language and Disability Intimacy. A 2024 Sewanee Scholar\, she is at work on a collection of creative nonfiction about her mother and inheritance. She grew up in Houston\, Texas\, the eldest child of Chinese immigrants. \nAbout Bernice Yeung \nBernice Yeung is a co-founder and former board member of Hyphen\, and has contributed to Asian American media outlets such as A. Magazine and public radio’s “Pacific Time.” Currently\, she’s the managing editor of the Investigative Reporting Program at UC Berkeley’s Graduate School of Journalism. Before that\, she was a reporter for ProPublica and “Reveal” from The Center for Investigative Reporting. The author of In a Day’s Work: The Fight to End Sexual Violence Against America’s Most Vulnerable Workers\, Bernice’s work has appeared in The New Yorker\, The New York Times and PBS Frontline. She grew up in San Jose\, California\, to immigrants from Hong Kong.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/moca-talks-hyphen-reunion-with-co-founders-melissa-hung-and-bernice-yeung/
LOCATION:Museum of Chinese in America\, 215 Centre Street\, New York\, NY\, 10013
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T220000
DTSTAMP:20250616T110339Z
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SUMMARY:Art Hirahara Trio
DESCRIPTION:Art Hirahara – piano\nGary Wang – bass\nJay Sawyer – drums \nPhoto credit: Sara Pettinella
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/art-hirahara-trio/2025-06-26/1/
LOCATION:Mezzrow\, 163 West 10th Street\, Basement\, New York\, NY\, 10014\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T223000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T233000
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SUMMARY:Art Hirahara Trio
DESCRIPTION:Art Hirahara – piano\nGary Wang – bass\nJay Sawyer – drums \nPhoto credit: Sara Pettinella
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/art-hirahara-trio/2025-06-26/2/
LOCATION:Mezzrow\, 163 West 10th Street\, Basement\, New York\, NY\, 10014\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T223000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250627T023000
DTSTAMP:20250617T051312Z
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SUMMARY:Naan Stop: Desi\, Amapiano\, House\, Jersey Club\, Global Edits & Blends
DESCRIPTION:A brand new party in NYC dedicated to the South Asian diaspora. Music by MRII and DJ Halla\, free RSVP\, late night happy hour\, & more\n\n\nIntroducing NAAN STOP at SOB’s! A brand new party in NYC dedicated to the entire South Asian diaspora. With DJ sets from MRII coming from Toronto\, and NYC local DJ Halla spinning desi\, amapiano\, house\, jersey club\, afrobeats\, afro-desi\, south asian beats\, and more global edits & blends. \nFree entry with RSVP from 10:30-11pm\, late night happy hour\, themed cocktails\, and more. Thursday June 26th at SOB’s – NYC’s top nightclub for South Asian music since 1982. \n📍 Thursday June 26th from 10:30pm-late \nABOUT MRII: A first-gen child of immigrant parents from Bombay and Gujarat\, MRII is a Toronto-based DJ bringing the South Asian Diaspora into nightlife’s underground. Her sets provide a one-of-a-kind experience\, fusing sounds from her own childhood in the South Asian diaspora with global edits & modern blends. \n— \nFor tables/bottle service inquiries\, please contact booking@sobs.com
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/naan-stop-desi-amapiano-house-jersey-club-global-edits-blends/
LOCATION:SOB’s\, 204 Varick Street\, New York\, NY\, 10014\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250627
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250630
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SUMMARY:2025 Dumbo Dance Festival
DESCRIPTION:WHITE WAVE Dance proudly announces the 24th Anniversary Season of the DUMBO Dance Festival (DDF)\, a dynamic four-day event showcasing 45 cutting-edge dance companies from New York and around the world. The festival kicks off on Thursday\, June 26\, with a Gala Opening Night\, setting the stage for an exhilarating weekend of contemporary dance at The Mark O’Donnell Theater. \nDedicated to pushing the boundaries of dance as an art form\, WHITE WAVE scours the globe for today’s most innovative choreographers—emerging and established—bringing them together in Brooklyn for an immersive celebration of movement. Over the course of four days\, audiences will experience a rich and diverse lineup of performances\, highlighting the vibrancy and creative excellence of the New York dance scene and beyond. \n 
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/2025-dumbo-dance-festival/
LOCATION:At The Mark O’Donnell Theater\, 160 Schermerhorn St\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Non AAARI Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250628T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250628T123000
DTSTAMP:20250625T110305Z
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SUMMARY:Public Tour of With a Single Step: Stories in the Making of America
DESCRIPTION:Join a MOCA educator for a public gallery tour of our core exhibition\, With a Single Step: Stories in the Making of America.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/public-tour-of-with-a-single-step-stories-in-the-making-of-america-10/
LOCATION:Museum of Chinese in America\, 215 Centre Street\, New York\, NY\, 10013
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250628T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250628T140000
DTSTAMP:20250627T145541Z
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SUMMARY:Nurturing a Positive Racial Identity in Asian American Children (Saturday)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a 2 hour workshop to learn\, discuss\, and share stories about growing a positive racial identity in Asian American children!\n\n\n**Due to low registration\, Saturday’s workshop is canceled. Please register for Thursday evening’s workshop. \n \nWhat does it look like to raise an Asian American child with a positive racial identity and sense of self? How do I talk about race\, ethnicity\, and nationality? What about racism and microaggressions? \nJoin us for a 2 hour workshop as we explore how to cultivate a positive racial and ethnic identity for Asian American children. Along with learning about children’s racial and ethnic socialization development\, we’ll be sharing stories\, reflecting on our own racial identities\, and using exciting resources from EmbraceRace’s new toolkit on raising Asian American children! \nThis workshop is for any caregiver that plays a meaningful role with an Asian American child or children\, either at home\, in the classroom\, or other spaces. Parents\, guardians\, educators\, and all caregivers welcome. \nThe workshop will be led by Andrea Huang and Maryam Zahid. Andrea identifies as Chinese American and is the Community Building Manager for EmbraceRace\, where she facilitates and oversees classes\, cohorts\, and workshops. Maryam identifies as a South Asian first-generation immigrant and is the Senior Communications Manager for EmbraceRace. \nWe use the term Asian American inclusively\, so that means East Asian Americans\, Southeast Asian Americans\, South Asian Americans\, multiracial / biracial and multiethnic Asian Americans\, and adoptees from Asia. This workshop and toolkit does not focus on children of Pacific Islander heritage or Southwest Asian Americans / Middle Eastern ethnicities\, as their racial identity experiences often differ significantly from Asian American children. \nPricing & Logistics \nThanks to our generous donors\, the participation cost is $100\, with a sliding scale payment option of $50 to $150. If the cost is prohibitive\, please contact us at earlychildhood@embracerace.org for scholarship. Due to the intimate nature of our workshops and discussion involving minors\, we do not record our workshops and do not offer recordings post-session. \n**Registration fees are per participant\, not per family unit. \n**Please note that registration is non-refundable and non-transferable. \n**Certificates of Completion available upon request. \nQuestions? Reach out to us at earlychildhood@embracerace.org.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/nurturing-a-positive-racial-identity-in-asian-american-children-saturday/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250628T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250628T173000
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SUMMARY:Queens Poetry symposium: A Celebration of Asian-American Poetry and Poetics
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy an afternoon of poetry hosted by Tiffany Troy at Queens Botanical Garden!\n\n\nThe symposium features panelists of Asian-American poets who have written about their Asian/ mixed race identity in relation to theater and performance\, worked with archives of declassified correspondences and photographs of war as a visual form\, and in thinking about food as identity (the restaurant being one of the industries that did not exclude Asian-Americans). In confronting the legacy and continual racism of the American hegemony\, the Asian American poets who have come of age under the shadow of war and the trauma of migration have contributed to the possibilities of American poetics. They have branched into prose poetry or even essays\, L-A-N-G-U-A-G-E poetry and poetry as a visual form\, the use of archival materials\, including film and translation/ multilingualism/ translingualism in considering what it means to be of Asian-American. Hosted by Tiffany Troy. The featured panelists are Gauri Awasthi\, Rhoni Blankenhorn\, Nidhi Gandhi\, Katarina La Poll\, Kyle Liang\, Blake Z. Rong\, Marie La Viña\, Diane Mehta\, R.A. Villanueva\, and Molly Zhu. \nThis project is a part of the What Can We Do? Artist Grant program\, presented by Asian American Arts Alliance (A4) and is supported by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council. Special thanks to Council Members Christopher Marte and Sandra Ung. \n \nLocation: Visitor & Administration Building Auditorium \n*Not yet a Member? Membership gives you discounts on select programs\, year-round FREE garden admission and gift shop purchases\, parking passes and discounts\, reciprocal admissions benefits at over 300 gardens\, and more. To become a Member and start enjoying all the benefits\, click here: http://queensbotanical.org/membership \nKNOW BEFORE YOU GO \nHEALTH & SAFETY \nReference current health & safety guidelines\, found on our website: https://queensbotanical.org/know-before-you-go \nREFUND POLICY \nTickets are non-refundable\, except in the event of a cancellation by the organizer. \nCANCELLATIONS \nIn the case that the event is cancelled\, you will be notified via email and refunded. \nCOMMUNICATIONS \nBy purchasing tickets and attending QBG events\, you hereby opt in to receiving communications from the Garden. You may receive updates about future QBG events and news through the addresses you provide. If you do not wish to receive future communication\, simply click the “unsubscribe” button at the bottom of an email or write to info@queensbotanical.org. \nGARDEN ETIQUETTE \nQBG staff strives to provide a place of peace\, beauty\, and safety for the quiet enjoyment of our visitors. QBG is a living museum\, a collection of gardens for the study\, culture\, exhibition\, and display of plants. We encourage our visitors to explore\, enjoy\, and be respectful of our plant collections and to be considerate of fellow guests as well. For more guidelines on garden etiquette: https://queensbotanical.org/etiquette \nPHOTOGRAPHY & VIDEOGRAPHY \nQueens Botanical Garden (QBG) occasionally photographs or films visitors and activities on site to support our mission in promotional media and materials\, including print\, online\, broadcast\, and social media. By attending this event\, you grant permission to QBG use your likeness in perpetuity\, in all forms of print and digital media used to promote\, publicize\, or advertise the Garden\, its activities\, and programs. If you do not give QBG permission to take and use your image\, you must notify an event organizer or staff when you arrive for this event. QBG is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. \nGETTING TO QBG \nBy public transportation\, take the number 7 subway line to Main Street\, the Long Island Rail Road (Port Washington line) to Main Street/Flushing\, or the Q44-SBS or Q20 bus. \nFor driving directions and more information: https://queensbotanical.org/directions \nPARKING \nParking is available year-round during Garden open hours at the Parking Garden\, located at 42-80 Crommelin Street\, Flushing\, NY 11355. For more information: https://queensbotanical.org/directions \nABOUT QBG \nQBG is an urban oasis where people\, plants and cultures are celebrated through inspiring gardens\, innovative educational programs and real-world applications of environmental stewardship. QBG is located on property owned by the City of New York\, and its operation is made possible in part by public funds provided through the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs\, Queens Borough President\, the New York City Council\, State elected officials\, the New York State Department of Parks\, Recreation and Historic Preservation\, along with corporate\, foundation\, and individual supporters. For more information\, visit http://www.queensbotanical.org or call (718) 886-3800.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/queens-poetry-symposium-a-celebration-of-asian-american-poetry-and-poetics/
LOCATION:Queens Botanical Garden\, 43-50 Main St\, New York\, NY\, 11355\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250628T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250628T160000
DTSTAMP:20250625T110308Z
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SUMMARY:MOCACREATE: Bountiful Brushstrokes with Teaching Artist Yu Rong
DESCRIPTION:Grab a brush and join MOCA teaching artist Yu Rong for a special Chinese calligraphy workshop.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/mocacreate-bountiful-brushstrokes-with-teaching-artist-yu-rong-2/
LOCATION:Museum of Chinese in America\, 215 Centre Street\, New York\, NY\, 10013
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250629T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250629T160000
DTSTAMP:20250627T142446Z
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SUMMARY:CMS June 29 Workshops with Amirtha Kidambi\, Farida Amadou\, & Luke Stewart
DESCRIPTION:Three workshop offerings from CMS on June 29 located at Ibeam in Brooklyn!\n\n\nA day of improvisation workshops from CMS on June 29 located at Ibeam in Brooklyn with three LUMINARY ARTISTS! Workshops are open to musicians of all backgrounds & ages. Please contact flukemogul@creativemusic.org with any questions. \n \nAmirtha Kidambi is invested in the creation and performance of subversive anti-hegemonic music\, from free improvisation and avant-jazz to experimental bands\, noise and new music. She is an educator\, activist and organizer working to challenge systems of white supremacist\, colonial\, capitalist\, and patriarchy\, and is co-founder and co-organizer of South Asian Artists in Diaspora and Musicians Against Police Brutality. https://www.amirthakidambi.com/ \nFarida Amadou is a self-taught musician and performer based in Liège\, Belgium. The electric bass has been her main instrument since 2011. In 2013\, she started playing many different genres of music\, including blues\, jazz and hip-hop. Consistently named as one of the most remarkable new stars of the European free and improv scene\, Amadou extracts the most exciting sounds from her Fender bass without losing sight of musicality. She has proven herself (inter)nationally in challenging collaborations with such luminaries as free jazz pioneer Peter Brötzmann and Sonic Youth’s Thurston Moore. https://faridamadou.com/ \nLuke Stewart is a musician\, performer\, improviser-composer\, organizer\, and writer-researcher whose work represents a deep reverence for the history and tradition of Creative Music: a tradition which encompasses the diverse styles of expression within the body of Black Music in the United States\, Africa\, and throughout the world. Stewart’s regular ensembles include Irreversible Entanglements\, SILT Trio\, Exposure Quintet\, and the experimental rock duo Blacks’ Myths; he also performs regularly in numerous collaborations. https://thelukestewart.com/ \nBackline provided (drum set\, piano\, PA\, guitar amps\, bass amps) and support with amplification if necessary! Acoustic instruments/voices of course super welcome!
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/cms-june-29-workshops-with-amirtha-kidambi-farida-amadou-luke-stewart/
LOCATION:Ibeam Brooklyn\, 168 7th Street\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11215\, United States
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SUMMARY:Public Walking Tour- Chinatown: A Walk through History
DESCRIPTION:Join a MOCA educator for a neighborhood walking tour of Chinatown past and present!
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/public-walking-tour-chinatown-a-walk-through-history/
LOCATION:Museum of Chinese in America\, 215 Centre Street\, New York\, NY\, 10013
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SUMMARY:Public Tour of With a Single Step: Stories in the Making of America
DESCRIPTION:Join a MOCA educator for a public gallery tour of our core exhibition\, With a Single Step: Stories in the Making of America.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/public-tour-of-with-a-single-step-stories-in-the-making-of-america-11/
LOCATION:Museum of Chinese in America\, 215 Centre Street\, New York\, NY\, 10013
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250703T170000
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SUMMARY:De-escalation 101: Finding Your Protest Role
DESCRIPTION:Explore themes of respect and dignity of all people\, intervention vs. self care\, and collective safety when it comes to protests/organizing.\n\n\nDe-escalation 101: Finding Your Protest Role \nJoin us on Thursday\, July 3nd at 5PM PST / 8PM PST! \nIn a time where we’re protesting for justice from a place of love\, we’re asking the question\, “How can our movements open hearts?” when each of us is indispensable…and insufficient \nThere’s a lot to protest about and we need more people empowered to play their role to sustain our movements. You may want to go to a protest or vigil or march but feel scared or unsure on how to show up. Are protests inherently violent? Can nonviolence really create change? What would I do if a counter-protestor starts yelling in my face? How can I be centered when I am face to face with an officer in riot gear? Wherever you are in these questions\, there is a role for you to be part of creating a more just and loving world. \nIn this one hour training\, we will explore the orienting themes of respect and dignity of all people\, intervention vs. self care\, and collective safety when it comes to protests and organizing. \nMeet Our Instructor; Angela Kim is a Visionary Organizing and Kingian Nonviolence facilitator-trainer working towards a world where we have increased capacities to sit with our own and each other’s complexities. Angela stewards community containers where participants can share grief\, practice conflict skills\, and be co-opted into emergence inspired by the erotic\, the intuitive\, the divine\, and the more-than-human.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/de-escalation-101-finding-your-protest-role/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250709T180000
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SUMMARY:A Bomb Placed Close to the Heart by Nishant Batsha
DESCRIPTION:Nishant Batsha’s expansive and poignant novel of love\, radical ambition\, and intellectual rebirth set at the dawn of World War I.\n\n\nJoin us for a conversation with author Nishant Batsha to celebrate his new book\, the extraordinary story of a marriage caught at the intersection of radical politics and everyday life. He’ll be speaking with Executive Director of the Asian American Writers’ Workshop Jafreen Uddin\, followed by a signing. \nThis event is co-presented by AAWW. \nPLEASE NOTE: RSVPs are encouraged but not required. Seating is limited and will be first come\, first served. Doors open at 5:30 pm. \nCan’t attend? Order your signed copy (please specify that you would like it signed in the comments box at checkout). \n\n\n\nAn expansive and poignant novel of love\, radical ambition\, and intellectual rebirth set at the dawn of World War I \nAt a party near Stanford University’s campus in 1917\, Cora Trent\, a graduate student raised in the rugged mining towns of the American West\, meets Indra Mukherjee\, an Indian revolutionary newly arrived in California. Indra is grieving the recent loss of a friend and unsure of the place violence has in the cause of national liberation\, while Cora is seeking a new life that stays true to her aspirations as a writer and an idealist. They spark an instant connection\, and their passionate romance deepens as they attend protests alongside anticolonial dissidents and socialize with eccentric thinkers in Berkeley and Palo Alto. All the while\, Indra awaits orders from a mysterious German spymaster. \nCora and Indra quickly marry\, even as the United States is drawn into the conflict in Europe and wartime patriotism begins to give way to increasing intolerance. When news of arrests threatens their future together\, they are forced to flee to New York City with the hope that they can avoid the attention of the British and American authorities. Trying to find footing in their new life\, Cora and Indra must reckon with divergent ambitions that challenge the foundations of their hasty marriage—and their freedom. \nProfound\, immersive\, tenderly written\, and with finely wrought characters drawn from the forgotten archives of American history\, A Bomb Placed Close to the Heart is an extraordinary story of a marriage caught at the intersection of radical politics and everyday life. \n\n\n\nNishant Batsha is the author of the novel Mother Ocean Father Nation\, named a finalist for a 2023 Lambda Literary Award and listed as one the best books of 2022 by NPR\, among other honors. He lives in Buffalo\, New York\, with his family. \n\n\n\nJafreen Uddin is Executive Director of the Asian American Writers’ Workshop\, a national literary nonprofit dedicated to amplifying Asian and Asian diasporic storytelling. She is the first woman to lead the organization since its founding in 1991. She previously served as Deputy Director of Development for Special Events at PEN America and as Events Manager with the Brennan Center for Justice. Jafreen regularly supports and volunteers her time with a number of arts and social change organizations\, including serving on the Steering Committee for LitNet and as a Literary Council Member for the Brooklyn Book Festival.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/a-bomb-placed-close-to-the-heart-by-nishant-batsha/
LOCATION:Rizzoli Bookstore\, 1133 Broadway\, New York\, NY\, 10010\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book,In Person
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SUMMARY:Lady Bushra's Comedy Variety Show
DESCRIPTION:LADY BUSHRA’S COMEDY VARIETY SHOW: Live at Don’t Tell Mama – New York City\n\n\n🎭 LADY BUSHRA’S COMEDY VARIETY SHOW: Live at Don’t Tell Mama – New York City\n\nJoin international drag sensation and viral comedian Lady Bushra for a night of unfiltered laughter\, fabulous flair\, and high-camp chaos as she brings a brand new show to the legendary Don’t Tell Mama in Manhattan!\n \n⭐ “Delightfully Witty” – Broadway World ⭐ \nThis fast-paced comedy variety show is a wild blend of stand-up\, lip syncs\, live characters\, audience interaction\, and the kind of political satire that only a drag queen with a British passport and zero chill can deliver. Expect sharp wit\, South Asian sass\, and a hand-picked lineup of guest performers from the city’s fiercest talent pool. \nWhether you’re a Broadway babe\, a downtown diva\, or just in need of a good laugh — Lady Bushra’s Comedy Variety Show is the night out you didn’t know you were gagging for. \nThe Details: \n🎤 Hosted by: Lady Bushra \n\n📍 Venue: Don’t Tell Mama – 343 W 46th St\, NYC\n🗓️ Date: Wednesday 9th July\n⏰ Time: 9:30PM – 11:00PM\n🎟️ Tickets: $20\n\nThe legendary Don’t Tell Mama will be our venue for this event\, who will be happy to serve you with their fabulous food and drink concoctions in a cabaret style setting. $20 minimum. Must include two drinks per guest. \nInstagram: @lady.bushra \n✨ Come for the drag\, stay for the drama — and don’t forget your sense of humor! \nFor any questions email: enquiries@ladybushra.com \nSee you all then!
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/lady-bushras-comedy-variety-show/
LOCATION:Don’t Tell Mama\, 343 West 46th Street\, New York\, NY\, 10036\, United States
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